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Ducts well supported by framing and straps as needed

Ducts well supported by framing and straps as needed
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Electric vehicle (EV) chargers can be installed at multifamily properties to allow convenient charging access for residents.

Electric vehicle (EV) chargers can be installed at multifamily properties to allow convenient charging access for residents.
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Electric vehicle charging ports may vary depending on the vehicle manufacturer.

Electric vehicle charging ports may vary depending on the vehicle manufacturer.
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Electrical Wiring

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Encourage dune formation by installing sand fences or pallets and planting dune grasses.

Encourage dune formation by installing sand fences or pallets and planting dune grasses.
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Energy Code - Module 5: Insulation Installation Requirements

Energy Code - Module 5: Insulation Installation Requirements
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Energy Efficient Log Cabin Construction Workshop

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ENERGY STAR Windows (1)

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Engineered Wood Floor Systems: Best Practices

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Ensure that the air handler location does not conflict with duct routing

Ensure that the air handler location does not conflict with duct routing
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Ensure that the top of the window well is level prior to installing blinds.

Ensure that the top of the window well is level prior to installing blinds.
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Ensure there is enough space between the blinds and window to allow for free movement.

Ensure there is enough space between the blinds and window to allow for free movement.
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EPS Foam Insulation | Madrona Passive House

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EV cable management systems can keep charging cords off the parking surface and reduce tripping hazards.

EV cable management systems can keep charging cords off the parking surface and reduce tripping hazards.
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Example of an HVAC installer’s balancing report form

Example of an HVAC installer’s balancing report form
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Excessive length of duct installed

Excessive length of duct installed
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Excessive length of duct installed causing sharp bends

Excessive length of duct installed causing sharp bends
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Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Retrofitting a 1960s Split-Level Cold-Climate Home

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Expanded polystyrene insulation is installed with joints taped and lath attached in preparation for the application of stucco

Expanded polystyrene insulation is installed with joints taped and lath attached in preparation for the application of stucco
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Faced fiberglass batt insulation can be stapled to the stud faces or slightly inset, but avoid compressing the batts

Faced fiberglass batt insulation can be stapled to the stud faces or slightly inset, but avoid compressing the batts
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Faced fiberglass batt insulation incorrectly installed

Faced fiberglass batt insulation incorrectly installed
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Failure of composition roof shingles and underlayment due to high winds.

Failure of composition roof shingles and underlayment due to high winds.
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Fan housing was oriented in the correct direction to allow proper exhaust duct installation

Fan housing was oriented in the correct direction to allow proper exhaust duct installation
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FastenMaster TimberLOK vs. Hurricane Ties: Strength Showdown